Student Spotlight
‘Somebody Is Waiting for You’: Drs. Brittany ‘25 and Jaalil ‘24 Hart
There are two kinds of academics in this world – those who prefer outside encouragement and those who need support from those in the trenches with them. Brittany and Jaalil Hart took the latter to what some may call the extreme in choosing to complete their doctoral degrees at the same time as husband and […]
Educating the next generation: Kendall Wilson looks to return home to give back to her community
By Bryson Foster ‘23Photos by Amy Hart As Kendall Wilson approaches graduation, she wants to give back to her home community of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, by educating the next generation of students. “I always say don’t forget where you come from. Fuquay-Varina made me the person I am. I want to return and make it […]
In Her Element(ary): Star Watson
You would never catch Star Watson unprepared. Teacher briefcase packed for every potential situation, a “we’re gonna work through it” attitude, and a Charlotte green blazer that clearly meant business, she was ready for whatever the day might bring, and ready to share her why.
A Teacher that Students Need: Carley Mittag
As Carley Mittag walked through Mebane Hall, she couldn’t go anywhere without being stopped. Peers and professors alike paused to express how thrilled they were to see her…